Year 2 Teacher
| Job Type | Contract (Long Term) |
| Location | Pendle, Lancashire |
| Area | Blackburn, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Early Years Foundation Stage - Nursery |
| Salary | £32916 - £51048 per annum |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | YR2 _1783690575 |
| Job Views | 4 |
- Description
Year 2 Teacher
Full-Time | Fixed-Term ContractMPS-UPS (Dependent on Experience)Location: Colne, LancashireStart Date: September 2026
Inspire Young Learners at a Welcoming and Supportive Primary School
Veritas Education are delighted to be working in partnership with a well-regarded and inclusive primary school in Colne to recruit an enthusiastic, nurturing and dedicated Year 2 Teacher to join their team from September 2026 on a fixed-term contract.
This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a school that is proud of its strong community values and commitment to helping every child thrive. With a warm, supportive atmosphere and a focus on developing the whole child, the school provides an environment where pupils feel safe, valued and inspired to achieve their full potential.
As the Year 2 Teacher, you will play a key role in preparing pupils for the transition into Key Stage 2, delivering engaging and creative lessons that strengthen children's confidence in phonics, reading, writing and mathematics. Working alongside a collaborative and experienced staff team, you will help children build the knowledge, skills and independence they need to become successful lifelong learners.
The school has earned a strong reputation for its nurturing approach to education and its commitment to providing high-quality early learning experiences. Rated 'Good' by Ofsted, the school was recognised for its strong leadership, positive behaviour culture and the excellent support provided for pupils' academic achievement and personal development. Staff wellbeing and professional growth are central to the school's ethos, making this an excellent opportunity for teachers looking to develop their careers in a supportive environment.
If you're passionate about inspiring young learners and making a lasting difference during this important stage of their education, we'd love to hear from you.
The successful candidate will:
- Have a strong understanding of the Year 2 curriculum, including phonics and early reading strategies.
- Deliver engaging, creative and well-structured lessons that inspire every child to succeed.
- Demonstrate excellent classroom management and high expectations for behaviour and achievement.
- Build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
- Work collaboratively as part of a supportive and dedicated staff team.
- Be committed to helping every child achieve their full academic, social and emotional potential.
In return, the school offers:
- A supportive and experienced Senior Leadership Team.
- A welcoming, inclusive and community-focused school culture.
- A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance.
- High-quality CPD and excellent career development opportunities.
- Well-resourced classrooms and engaging learning environments.
- Enthusiastic, motivated pupils who enjoy learning.
Applications are warmly welcomed from both Experienced Teachers and confident Early Career Teachers (ECTs) with relevant EYFS or Key Stage 1 experience.
Safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to:
- Enhanced DBS and Barred List checks.
- Qualified Teacher Status verification.
- Right to work and identity checks.
- Online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
- Reference and employment history checks.
- Prohibition from teaching checks.
- Safer recruitment and pre-employment vetting procedures.
Any gaps in employment history will be discussed during the recruitment process.
Apply Today
If you're ready to inspire the next generation and become part of a caring school where your contribution is valued and your career can flourish, we'd love to hear from you.
Please send your CV to:
Ddegnan@veritas-education.com
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
